I had the lovely opportunity to test out some bestselling products from Pyunkang Yul, many thanks to Go Bloom & Glow, its official distributor in the Philippines! I’ve been using them for almost a month, and I think it’s about time to give you my thoughts. Stripped down to the basics, the brand focuses on […]

Depression and anxiety have always been present in my life. Early on, I thought it was simply an overreaction to circumstances. I was too emotional, I wore my heart on my sleeve – not realizing that it is a chemical imbalance in my brain, which constantly leads to dilapidating thoughts. It comes in waves: constant […]

Much has changed since my last detailed skin care routine run-through (October 2018), and I’ve been meaning to share some newfound favorites! ✨ Biorè Cleansing Oil (Watsons, P349) I’ve traded my favorite cleansing balm I’ve used for years for a drugstore staple that works just as well! One full pump is enough for day to day […]

I had the lovely opportunity to test out some bestselling products from Pyunkang Yul, many thanks to Go Bloom & Glow, its official distributor in the Philippines! I’ve been using them for almost a month, and I think it’s about time to give you my thoughts. Stripped down to the basics, the brand focuses on […]

Depression and anxiety have always been present in my life. Early on, I thought it was simply an overreaction to circumstances. I was too emotional, I wore my heart on my sleeve – not realizing that it is a chemical imbalance in my brain, which constantly leads to dilapidating thoughts. It comes in waves: constant […]

Much has changed since my last detailed skin care routine run-through (October 2018), and I’ve been meaning to share some newfound favorites! ✨ Biorè Cleansing Oil (Watsons, P349) I’ve traded my favorite cleansing balm I’ve used for years for a drugstore staple that works just as well! One full pump is enough for day to day […]

I’m no stranger to rose in my skin care. Rose-infused products have been used for years as an anti-aging agent to make skin look and feel more youthful. It even has anti-inflammatory properties to help soothe and restore damaged skin; it even eases rosacea! It’s also deeply nourishing. The heavy, floral scent, though, can either […]

As promised, here’s a major #DupeAlert! Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette (Sephora, $42) The cult-favorite Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette from Anastasia Beverly Hills is my top palette of 2017; it’s obviously abused. Being a fan of both warm and cool-toned shadows – love me a pink look! – this features 14 vibrant matte and shimmer […]

Do you find yourself easily swayed by short-lived emotions? Are you seeking attention to validate your pain or are you seeking worth in how people respond to it? We cannot use our emotions to guide our responses. When we are clothed in dignity (Proverbs 31:25), our identity is found in Him, therefore our strength comes […]

I’ve resolved not to create a Best of 2018 series; please bear with me, and allow me to explain my “plight”. I’ve been doing a lot of introspection, and it was only proper to let this be out in the open. 2018, literally, changed me (and my spending habits). Here I was, this beauty enthusiast, this […]

As a “new” Christian, I was in the process of rediscovering my faith. These recurring words I’ve heard since I was a child — salvation, grace, and surrender — finally found its way into my heart. These became foundations of a single-minded pursuit of a relationship with God. For moments of struggle, I was pointed to a powerful thought […]